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  1. - 2nd September 2005, 15:40 #1
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    Post fast programmer recommendations

    I am looking for a new programmer to ICSP program 16F627A, 16F819 & 16F505. I am currently using the EPIC parallel programmer with microcode studio plus. I like the bubblesoft pocket programmer but have not found a supplier. Olimex rates their PIC-ICD2 the fastest programmer when programming 32K into a 18F452.

    Any recommendations would be appreciated!

    Thanks,

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    I used to program chips with Picstart Plus but was too slow. Now I am using the Elnec (www.elnec.com) Pikprog+ that has ICSP and is very fast especially on 'F819 chips.

    Also good support and frequent updates.

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    I heard often about ELNEC but never have a look to their website before. Interesting to know that ELNEC are really the same as BK Precision. Just the name change i guess.

    So i agree ELNEC/BK Precision one are really great, online updatable, support ICSP. About the speed: Fair to good, oh well for sure faster than PICSTART, that's for sure.

    I have this BK Precision 844A since a long time and he never failed. Even, update comes before those for PICSTART ... funny

    About Olimex ones... i've never used those. Comments seems to be different from a person to another. Mostely.. almost good.

    MicroChip ICD-2 seems to be a smart choice too.
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    I have tried 4 or 5 different types of programmers.

    In terms of programming speed PICSTART+ is a pain
    and some PIC types are still not supported.

    I can recommend the MicroChip ICD 2
    it is fast, and reliable.

    If I had purchased the ICD 2 in the first place I would have saved quite some time and money.
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    Quote Originally Posted by NavMicroSystems
    If I had purchased the ICD 2 in the first place I would have saved quite some time and money.
    I agree, and was pleasantly surprised by the performance after building one based on a popular Serial ICD2 clone design...

    Regards, Mike
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    Thank you all for your recommendations!
    I ordered an ICD2 clone w/ USB to try.

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    By the way, today I received the ICD2 from microchip, about 250 Euros. How much did cost the clone?
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